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Four killed in strike on central Kyiv, Ukraine says
The attack shattered windows caused a fire in a non-residential building, authorities say.BBC News - 47m -
TikTok Influencers React to a Potential Ban
Grief, frustration and tears followed the Supreme Court’s decision on Friday.The New York Times - 10h -
Defense Contractor Anduril Plans New Military Drone Plant in Central Ohio
The Arsenal 1 plant, which will employ 4,000 workers, will start its high-tech production in July 2026.Inc. - 14h -
Former Central Banker Mark Carney Seeks Leadership of Canada's Liberal Party
Carney promised an economic agenda focused on lifting the country from a period of stagnant growth.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Publishers and Influencers Wonder What Could Replace the Power of BookTok
With a ban looming, publishers are hoping to pivot to new platforms, but readers fear their community of book lovers will never be the same.The New York Times - 15h -
Mark Carney, the 'unreliable boyfriend' who ran UK's central bank
Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us?BBC News - 1d -
Australian influencer charged with poisoning her baby
The Queensland woman allegedly raised thousands of dollars by chronicling her child's supposed illness online.BBC News - 2d -
What China Wants in Panama: More Trade, Projects and Influence
Beijing’s efforts to expand its reach in the country have hit several obstacles, in part because of American pressure.The New York Times - 2d -
Haitian police arrest ex-lawmaker long accused of arming gangs to influence elections
Police in Haiti have arrested a former legislator long accused of arming gangs in the country’s central region and previously sanctioned by the U.S. and CanadaABC News - 4d -
15 killed in an explosion and fire at a gas station in central Yemen
CAIRO — An explosion at a gas station triggered a massive fire in central Yemen, killing at least 15 people, health officials said Sunday.NBC News - 5d -
15 killed in explosion and fire at gas station in central Yemen
Health officials in central Yemen say at least 15 have been killed in an explosion and fire at a gas stationABC News - 5d -
Online, Influencer Killadamente Inspired Millions. At Home, She Was a Single Mother of 2.
Carol Acosta, known to her fans as “Killadamente,” transformed herself into a social media influencer with a message of self-love. The Dominican American star died last week at the age of 27.The New York Times - 6d -
Gymshark falls out with influencer over promotion of competitor
Sportswear brand popular with millennials and Gen Z says powerlifter Nathaniel Massiah breached several clauses in his contractFinancial Times - 6d -
In Syria, the US can help rebuild while supplanting Russian influence
Washington needs a plan to create conditions for future U.S. investment to stabilize Syria — and to make sure Russia doesn’t regain a foothold.The Hill - 6d -
Paris accuses Algeria of trying to humiliate France by refusing to admit a deported influencer
French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has accused Algeria of “trying to humiliate France” after the North African country refused to admit one of its nationals who was being deportedABC News - Jan. 10 -
China’s Central Bank Stops Buying Bonds as Deflation Fears Grip Economy
The unexpected action is intended to tamp down a potential bubble in the bond market fueled by investors shunning riskier assets like stocks and real estate.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
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Economists Are in the Wilderness. Can They Find a Way Back to Influence?
Economists have long helped to shape policy on issues like taxes and health care. But flawed forecasts and arcane language have cost them credibility.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Arab States Race Turkey for Influence in New Syria
Saudi Arabia and others are overlooking the new leadership’s jihadist past, hoping to gain an advantage on rivals in the strategically positioned country.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 10 -
Lebanon Elects New President in Sign of Hezbollah's Waning Influence
Lebanon’s Parliament chose a U.S.-trained general as president, ending a two-year vacancy.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9 -
Asia's central banks face a formidable challenge: An ascendant U.S. dollar
A surge in the dollar has sent Asian currencies reeling, stoking worries over imported inflation and prompting some central banks to intervene in the currency market.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Marie Winn, Who Wrote of a Famous Central Park Hawk, Dies at 88
She chronicled the melodrama of Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk who became an avian sensation as it took up residence atop a Manhattan apartment building.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
The UN wants to influence a pluralist Syria – but will the country listen?
Syrians are suspicious after allegations of complicity with the brutal Assad regime during 14 years of civil war . The UN special envoy for Syria will urge the security council to back a transition ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Internal watchdog found Trump DOJ officials may have tried to influence 2020 election
DOJ officials during the first Trump administration may have leaked private information to media outlets in a bid to influence the 2020 election, a watchdog report says.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Bitter cold envelops US south as central states recover from freeze
Polar vortex chilled central US, downing trees, blasting snow, shuttering schools and causing traffic pile-ups. The next round of bitter cold enveloped the southern US on Tuesday, after the first ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Cockney influences found in Scotland, Australia and New Zealand, says expert
Linguistics professor says London dialect is most likely to be spoken in Essex, but aspects have traversed the globe. The cockney dialect, as associated with the late EastEnders icon Dame Barbara ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
European leaders denounce Elon Musk's influence on the continent
Tech billionaire Elon Musk is getting wide pushback in European capitals as he tries to extend his recent political success in other countries.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
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From Edvard Munch to Central Cee: Observer critics choose their cultural highlights for 2025
From Thom Yorke’s Shakespearean score to 25 years of Tate Modern, Bridget Jones to Leigh Bowery, our writers anticipate the most exciting shows, releases and events of the year. American auteurs ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
The French interior minister has announced the arrest of a social media influencer from Algeria who is accused of calling for attacks in FranceABC News - Jan. 3 -
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Later acquires social influencer app Mavely for $250M
Later, an influencer marketing and social media management firm, is acquiring social influencer app Mavely for $250 million.VentureBeat - Jan. 3 -
FirstFT: China’s central bank prepares for historic monetary policy shift
Also in today’s newsletter, cold winter snap stokes US heating prices and a shake-up at the top of MetaFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
China’s central bank plans policy overhaul as pressure mounts on economy
People’s Bank of China will start to behave more like US Fed in using one main interest rate to steer demand for creditFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
Trump’s Falsehoods Aside, China’s Influence Over Global Ports Raises Concerns
The president-elect inaccurately said that Chinese soldiers operate the Panama Canal. But China’s strategic positions in shipping worry Washington officials.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
As Musk’s Influence Grows, So Do Questions Over U.S. Probes Into His Business Empire
As the billionaire and ‘First Buddy’ to Trump aligns with the center of U.S. political power, it’s unclear how his connections could affect several government investigations into his companies.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
MrBeast Jimmy Donaldson gets engaged to influencer Thea Booysen
MrBeast, 'Beast Games' host and YouTube's most subscribed-to account, proposed to Thea Booysen on Christmas Day and confirmed the engagement on New Year's Day.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 2 -
As TikTok bill steams forward, online influencers put on their lobbying hats to visit Washington
Lawmakers are facing their latest lobbyists — online influencers from TikTokABC News - Dec. 23
